Clyde Allen Gilstrap
Dec 1, 2024
Clyde Gilstrap
Easley, SC
Clyde Allen Gilstrap, age 75, of Easley, passed away on December 1, 2024.
He was born on August 15, 1949 to Henry Gilstrap and Imyjean Apsey. Clyde worked as a machinist for GE for many years. He was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. When he was not working, he enjoyed bowling with his wife, Shelia, golfing, and...
Juanita Claudette Pierce Hitt
Dec 1, 2024
Mrs. Juanita Claudette Pierce Hitt, 85, wife of the late William Allen Hitt, passed away Sunday, December 1, 2024.
Born in Anderson County, a daughter of the late John Alman Pierce and the late Annie Bell Bowen Pierce, Mrs. Hitt retired from Stone Manufacturing Company with thirty-five years of service and was a member of Piedmont First Baptist Church.
Claudette loved cooking,...
Russell "Rusty" Baird Rice
Dec 1, 2024
Russell "Rusty" Baird Rice, 59, husband of Tammy Griffin Rice, of Easley, passed away Sunday, December 1, 2024.
Born in Mobile, AL, he was a son of the late Harold and Ruth Abercrombie Rice.
He was the owner and operator of Accurate Drilling and Blasting for many years. Rusty loved to spend time with and cook for his family and grandchildren, and...
Mary Ann Todsen Carter
Dec 1, 2024
Mary Ann (Penny) Carter, age 92, passed away Sunday, December 1, 2024 at Waterstone on Augusta in Greenville, SC.
Born in Grand Island NE, Mrs. Carter was the daughter of Peter Todsen and Velma Irene Blain Todsen.
She attended Lindenwood University in St. Charles, MO. She was a long-time member of Buncombe Street Methodist Church.
She was predeceased by her loving husband of...
Mary Ellen Chafin Adams
Nov 30, 2024
Mary Ellen Chafin Adams, 89, of Powdersville, South Carolina, wife of the late James E. Adams, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024.
Born in Pickens County, she was a daughter of the late Reese E. and Inez Sellers Chafin. She dedicated over 30 years of her life working for Winn Dixie, where her commitment was admired by many. Mary was...
Helen Elizabeth Singleton
Nov 30, 2024
Helen Elizabeth Singleton of Six Mile, South Carolina, wife to Richard (Dick) Harlan Singleton, passed away at age 89 on November 30, 2024.
Helen received her Bachelor of Arts in Music from Furman University in 1957. She shared her love of music with many others through a long career in music education. This included teaching in Pickens area elementary schools, private...
A. Sue Burdette Durham
Nov 30, 2024
Annie “Sue” Durham, 86, went home to Jesus on November 30, 2024. Sue was born to James Paul Burdette and Lila Lee Bolt in Pendleton, South Carolina.
Sue met her soulmate, Bill Durham, in 1953 and married in 1957. Together, they had three children—Ted, Kim, and Scott. She was a dedicated and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to those...
David Oneal Stephens
Nov 29, 2024
Mr. David Oneal Stephens, 81, husband of Arzella Barker Stephens, went to be with his Lord and Savior Friday, November 29, 2024.
Born in Pickens County, a son of the late Calvin Johnson Stephens, Jr. and the late Thelma Stegall Stephens, Mr. Stephens was a 1963 graduate of Easley High School where he excelled in football and served as team captain....
Jim McConnell, Sr.
Nov 27, 2024
James “Jim” Andrew McConnell, Sr.,86, beloved husband of Laurel “Sue” McConnell, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at Richard Campbell Veterans Home where he was for several years. Born in Greenville, SC, he was a son of the late Evelyn Wingard McConnell and the late William “Ralph” McConnell who raised him in West Greenville. Jim was a graduate of...
James Gregory "Gregg" Cooley
Nov 25, 2024
James Gregory “Gregg” Cooley, 64, of Central, husband to Kim M. Cooley, entered the presence of the Lord the night of November 25, 2024.
Born at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, Goldsboro, NC, he was the son of the late Fred “Pete” Cooley and Jean Chapman Cooley. Gregg graduated from Oscoda High School in Oscoda, MI, where he was a standout...